Product Description

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and related technologies are starting to have a significant impact on the communities which use them. This book looks at this impact and how communities have used this technology to their own advantage.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #896884 in Books
• Published on: 2002-05-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 416 pages

Review
"[This book] presents a number of case studies that should enhance planning scenarios and contribute to ongoing debates on public participation GIS (PPGIS). This volume makes specific contributions to social applications of GIScience [The] authors raise important questions about the goals of PPGIS as well as the processes of participation ." - The Professional Geographer, 2004

From the Back Cover
Have you ever considered how much effect information technology has on society throughout the world? Progress often places lower income and marginalized communities at a distinct disadvantage. Community Participation and Geographic Information Systems, however, offers a detailed look at numerous incidences around the world where communities have actually taken control of the technology and really used it to their advantage. This is presented in the form of case studies and models such as Philadelphia's neighborhoods, the Atlanta Project, and neighborhood revitalization in Minneapolis, reflect on public participation in GIS concepts, best practices, constraints and opportunities.

About the Author
Craig; William J. University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA,Harris; Trevor M West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA,Weiner; Daniel West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA,